Official name: Golden Visa (long-term residence) — real estate investors
A long-term, renewable UAE residence visa for owners of property worth at least AED 2 million. Dubai and Abu Dhabi services issue it for 10 years; spouse, children and (in Dubai) parents can be sponsored.
Property owners can apply for the UAE Golden Visa through emirate-level services. The Dubai Land Department describes a 10-year renewable residence permit for owners of property with a purchase value of at least AED 2,000,000; Abu Dhabi also issues a 10-year visa for real-estate investors.
The federal UAE portal (u.ae) currently lists real-estate investors under a 5-year duration, so confirm the duration that applies to your emirate before you apply. The Golden Visa is residence, not citizenship.
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Value can be reached with one or more properties. Mortgaged property qualifies only with a bank no-objection letter showing the amount paid (Dubai), or equity of at least AED 2m (Abu Dhabi).
Property
AED 2,000,000
Purchase value of at least AED 2,000,000 at the time of purchase, wholly owned in the applicant's name. Mortgaged property needs a bank no-objection letter showing the amount paid and the balance.
Property
AED 2,000,000
Total value of at least AED 2,000,000 outside any mortgage. National-bank mortgages allowed if equity is at least AED 2m. Off-plan: AED 2m paid to an approved developer.
Listed separately from the investment. Amounts can change; unknown amounts are shown as “Not verified” and are not zero.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Medical examination | AED 700 | Dubai — per applicant |
| Emirates ID | AED 1,153 | Dubai — per applicant |
| Residency confirmation | AED 2,857 | Dubai — per applicant |
| Dubai Land Department fee | AED 4,020 | Dubai — per applicant |
| Administrative feesTotal for a 10-year permit per the DLD service: AED 9,884.75. Family members' fees are separate. | AED 1,155 | Dubai — per applicant |
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Individual assessment required
Golden Visa holders can sponsor family members including spouses and children; the Dubai DLD service also lists parents.
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Valid passport or travel document
Proves identity and nationality.
Title deed / e-certificate of title
Proves ownership and value.
Personal photograph
For the permit.
Emirates ID and current residence permit
If you already hold them.
Bank no-objection letter
For mortgaged property, showing amount paid and balance.
Translation, certification, legalisation or apostille may be required. The responsible authority can always request additional evidence.
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AED 2m or more in your name (one or several properties).
Dubai: DLD Golden Visa (investor) service; Abu Dhabi: ADRO.
Completed inside the UAE.
Dubai DLD lists a 7–10 business-day service time.
Processing time: 7–10 business days (Dubai DLD service time) — official target, not guaranteed
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Last verified 6 October 2026
Dubai Land Department · checked 6 Oct 2026
Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development · checked 6 Oct 2026
The UAE Government portal (u.ae) · checked 6 Oct 2026
General guidance only
Program rules, eligibility, investment thresholds and immigration requirements may change. Information is for general guidance and does not constitute legal, immigration, tax or investment advice.Portugal
A temporary, renewable residence permit for non-EU investors who make a qualifying non-real-estate investment in Portugal and keep it for five years. Buying property no longer qualifies.
Greece
A five-year, renewable residence permit for non-EU nationals who buy qualifying real estate in Greece. Thresholds are €800,000, €400,000 or €250,000 depending on location and property type. It does not allow employment.
Italy
A two-year visa for non-EU citizens who invest in Italian government bonds, companies, innovative startups or philanthropic initiatives. Property purchases are not a qualifying option.
